Balenbouche Estate

alenbouche Estate is a secluded historic bed and breakfast inn set within a fascinating 19th century plantation on the southwestern coast of St. Lucia.

Nature trails meander through expansive tropical gardens, sugar mill ruins and fruit orchards, leading to several secluded beaches. The unique blend of old-world elegance, unspoiled nature, and warm hospitality of Balenbouche Estate will leave you truly relaxed and inspired.

Visitors can choose to stay in the Estate House or in one of our two charming self-contained villas.

Each villa sleeps up to 6 people and offers two bedrooms with private bathrooms, kitchen and living room/veranda. You can rent the entire villa, or just one bedroom/bath unit (single or double occupancy). All rooms are built in wood using traditional architectural styles, and are designed to catch the tropical breeze. The rooms in the Estate House share a bathroom and are furnished with beautiful 18th and 19th century antiques.

Balenbouche Estate offers self-catering facilities as well as delicious lunch and dinner specials, served on the veranda of the Estate House.

Many visitors come simply to relax and enjoy the extraordinary atmosphere of this peaceful and romantic escape. However, during certain times of the year, Balenbouche also hosts special events and activities such as weddings, the Annual St. Lucia Jazz Festival, archeological field schools, cultural exchanges and retreats. If you wish to organize or participate in any of these activities, please contact the innkeepers Uta and Verena Lawaetz for more information.

Insights into the fascinating past of Balenbouche Estate as well as personal advice on things to in the immediate area and on the island are provided by the charming and knowledgeable hosts, who have made the Estate their home and life's work for the past 20 years.

At the heart of their commitment lies the preservation of Balenbouche Estate as a recreational, educational and spiritual venue for generations to come.

DISTINCTIVE FEATURES

• Restaurant
• Self-catering
• Laundry and maid service
• Internet access
• Beaches within walking distance
• 20 minutes from International airport
• Special rates for groups and long-term rentals